Services

Impact Testing Lab

Laboratory Testing Inc.’s (LTI) Impact Testing Lab, located near Philadelphia, offers metal impact testing using the drop weight test and Charpy impact testing methods, including the Charpy V-notch test and the weld Charpy test. We can conduct testing at temperatures of -452ºF to 500ºF with an impact energy of up to 320 ft. lbs.

Why Impact Testing?

Impact testing of metals is performed to determine the impact resistance or toughness of materials by calculating the amount of energy absorbed during fracture. The impact test is performed at various temperatures to uncover any effects on impact energy. These services provide test results that can be useful in assessing the suitability of a material for a specific application and predicting its expected service life.

LTI’s Impact Testing Lab Capabilities

Types of Testing:

Charpy Impact (including V notch, U notch and weld charpy test)
Drop Weight Impact Test

Temperatures:

-452ºF to 500ºF

Impact Energy:

Up to 320 ft. lbs.

Materials Tested:

Metals

Specimen Machining:

In-house machine shop prepares drop weight, izod and charpy test specimens; NIST approved for charpy V-notch test specimens.

Standards

ASTM A370
ASTM E23
ASTM E208
ISO 148

The LTI Advantage

LTI has extensive in-house machining capabilities enabling us to quickly prepare precision specimens for our Impact Testing Lab. Our full-service machine shop prepares all metal impact specimens with the latest CNC equipment. LTI is on the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s (NIST) Qualified Manufacturers List for Charpy V-notch impact verification specimens

Everything from quote to delivery went great, even had a brief tour of your facilities. Nice people, clean environment, and professional staff members…what more can I say? I am very happy I found your firm

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Laboratory Testing Inc. has the capacity and capabilities to handle all your material testing needs in a single location. Since 1984, we’ve aided customers worldwide with accurate nondestructive testing and precise material lab services. Request a quote or contact us today to see how our industry-leading turnaround times can keep your mission-critical approvals moving forward.

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